What is the federal tax ID number of the SPCA of Central
Florida?
The agency's federal tax ID number is 59-0637883. For more information, read the IRS 501(C) (3) letter.
Where do all the animals come from?
Here at the SPCA of Central Florida
we only take owned animals. They are surrendered by
their owners for many reasons, including but not limited
to moving, allergies and no time.On average, the two shelters
of the SPCA of Central Florida received almost 14,000
companion animals annually - or an average
of 269 animals each week of the year - from community
members who were unable or unwilling to continue to care
for them.
Does
the SPCA of Central Florida receive purebred dogs and cats?
Twenty to thirty percent of the animals we receive are purebred.
The rest are a variety of beautiful and loving mixed breeds.
Is
there a time limit for animals up for adoption?
There is no time limit for how long animals will remain
at our shelters. Ideally, however, we would like their stay
to be as short as possible by helping them find new, secure
and loving homes. As long as the animals are healthy
and of good temperament, they will remain at the shelter
until adopted.
Do
you only take in dogs and cats?
While we primarily receive dogs and cats, we will receive
any domesticated animal.
Do
you euthanize pets at your facility?
The SPCA of Central Florida is an open-door facility. This
means we do not turn away any animal in need of shelter.
We will accept all pets regardless of their health, breed,
age, temperament, size, behavior, etc. All pets are reviewed
for a number of factors, including behavioral concerns,
illnesses and diseases. Because of our open acceptance policy,
some pets will not be placed up for adoption. Difficult
choices are then made by trained and loving staff. We ask
the community to be supportive of this sad aspect of shelter
work. Remember, the problem of unwanted pets is created
by the community, and not by agencies like the SPCA of Central
Florida who are forced to handle the problem on a daily
basis.
What
do people do if they want to adopt an animal?
They would need to come to one of our shelters,
walk through the kennels/cat rooms to find the right dog
or cat. When they find an animal they would like to adopt,
they remove the kennel card from the cage and take it to
the adoption desk. They will fill out an application and
be asked a series of questions by a member of our adoption
staff. This process will help to educate the perspective
adoptor about the responsibility of owning a pet. When the
adoption application is approved, the potential adopter
will be made aware of the procedures that follow. Submitting
an application does not guarantee and adoption. On occasion,
an adoption application will be rejected, or a home visit
may be required.
How
much is it to adopt a dog or cat?
$75 -- the price includes spay/neuter surgery, preliminary
shots, dewormer, physical exam, heartworm test for a dog
and feline leukemia/feline AIDS test for a cat.
You may pay by cash, check, debit card, MasterCard, Discover
Card, or Visa. We do not accept American Express.
Will
you put an animal "on hold" for me?
All adoptions are on a first come, first served basis. Past
experience has shown us that, despite good intentions, many
people who asked to place an animal "on hold"
never returned to adopt that pet. All potential adopters
must be present to fill out an adoption application before
the application can be reviewed and approved. No payments
for adoptions can be taken over the phone.
Why
do dogs and cats have to be spayed or neutered before going
home?
The SPCA of Central Florida firmly believes that in order
to end pet over population, we must do our best to control
the problem. For every person that is born, 15 dogs and
45 cats are born. There are too many animals and not enough
homes! Every adopted pet and will be spayed/neutered before
it leaves for its new home.
Do
you spay and neuter other people's pets?
Yes, we have a low-cost public spay/neuter
clinic at both of our shelters.
Can
I board my dog or cat at the SPCA of Central Florida?
No, we are not a boarding facility.
Can
I bring my animal to the SPCA of Central Florida if it needs
to be euthanized?
Yes, a donation of $25 is requested to have an animal euthanized.
You will be asked to fill out the necessary paperwork, and
your pet will then be turned over to the SPCA of Central
Florida. Euthanasia is performed by trained and loving staff,
always keeping the comfort of the pet uppermost in their
minds.
To whom do I report suspected cases of animal abuse
or neglect?
You can call our Cruelty line at 407-351-7722, extension
275 or you may e-mail your concern to Billy@OrlandoPets.org.
I
am interested in becoming a volunteer.
What are my next steps?
Volunteers are used in every aspect of the agency's work.
You'll find the information you need on this website.
Where
does the SPCA of Central Florida get its funding?
The SPCA of Central Florida is funded by the generosity
of people like you who care about animals. We receive funding
through our memberships, fees for services, contracts, individual
and corporate donations, grants, bequests, special events
and the sale of merchandise.
Does
the SPCA of Central Florida pick up stray animals?
No. That is the responsibility of Animal Services
in each County. These are government run facilities, independent
of the SPCA of Central Florida. We ask the community to
take their strays and lost pets to Animal Services in their
County since that is where their owners will usually start
looking for them. We want all lost pets to find their way
back to their homes.
Is
the SPCA of Central Florida a government agency?
No. We do not receive funding from national, state or county
governments. The SPCA of Central Florida is NOT the same
as the animal control departments of local government. The
SPCA of Central Florida is a private, independent, 501(c)
(3) non-profit corporation.
Is the SPCA of Central Florida a chapter of, or supported
by, any national organizations?
No. We do not receive funding from, nor are we affiliated
with, the Humane Society of the United States located in
Washington DC, the American Humane Association located in
Denver, or the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty
to Animals located in New York City. We do not receive funding
from the Heart of Florida United Way. The SPCA of Central
Florida is a private, independent, 501(c) (3) non-profit
corporation.
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